Knoll-Willows Open Space — Attraction in Estes Park

Hidden gem of Estes. A retired postmaster built a stone cabin with one of the most commanding views of the Continental Divide and downtown. The cabin was gutted by fire but the shell remains with a walkway through it. If town is crowded and you need space sneak into the park through its Southern entrance which originates behind the local police station and follows the Black Canton Creek. The Northern entrance has a small parking area and access to the loop trail. The grade is not especially steep and in my opinion do-able for kids and adventurous pensioners. Schedule a minimum...

Nice hiking area, interesting piece of history of the area, good scenery overlooking lake Estes, the Stanley hotel, down town Estes, and the mountains. You can park by lake Estes or by the parking area just west of it. Rest rooms and close by, downtown Estes is there. Keep the area clean and your dogs on leash. Fun area for kids to walk and learn about the area. A small creak runs in the...

I can't even tell you how upset I am today. I've been coming up to this little trail with my dog for years. It is such a beautiful trail and a quick shot up here from Loveland, which is where I live. Today there is a sign up that says no dogs allowed. I'm just completely heartbroken. Why does this place have to be dog free when every other trail in and around Estes is also dog...